I LOVE making old things new! I'm a penny saver! I have always disliked this throw away generation, I wasn't raised like that. So this is something that appeals to me in a BIG way! This before and after chair project is a favorite of mine from {Design*Sponge}. Absolutely beautiful work! I love the contemporary colors and stripes with a traditional floral design with the hint of wood grain coming through. I think I just got inspired to do something like this to my dinner table and chairs...

Clever storage solutions using repurposed items

With a pair of old, antique chairs, rubber lining and a few pet dishes, you can finally give Fido a seat at the table. Even better? It’s the perfect height for medium-to-large sized dogs, so no more back pain for the pups when bending over to eat from the floor!